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GNF 553Y

1983 Porsche 911

Bronze Petrol 3299cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Oct 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

77,483 mi
Last recorded77,483 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2025
Typical for 1983 Porsche 91197,048 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGNF 553Y
MakePorsche
Model911
Year1983
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,299cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2025 77,483 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2023 77,350 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2022 77,338 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2022 77,338 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Apr 2021 77,125 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2020 77,100 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2019 77,075 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2017 76,910 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2016 76,894 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2015 76,875 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2014 76,797 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2013 75,952 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2010 73,312 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2009 71,048 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2008 71,046 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2006 70,440 miles

How Reliable is the Porsche 911?

Based on 977,057 MOT tests across 73,061 vehicles.

85.2%
Pass Rate
1,867
Miles/Year
47
Year Lifespan
73,061
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 20,869
position lamp(s) not working 7,590
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 6,439
Headlamp aim too high 6,432
Brake pipe excessively corroded 5,466
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GNF 553Y is a 1983 Porsche 911 in Bronze with a 3,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 1983 Porsche 911 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.6% with a typical mileage of 97,048 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Porsche 911 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 20,869 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GNF 553Y, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Porsche 911 typically stays on UK roads for around 47 years. At 43 years old, this Porsche 911 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GNF 553Y registered?

GNF 553Y is a 1983 Porsche 911, first registered on 28 January 1983.

Is GNF 553Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for GNF 553Y shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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